Resource Type: Running for Office

New York State Board of Elections New York State provides information about qualifications for statewide office, guidance about completing a petition, and filing dates. … More Running for Office »

Pew Research Center Americans have long been critical of politicians and skeptical of the federal government. But today, Americans’ views of politics and elected … More Americans’ Dismal Views of the Nation’s Politics: Candidate Quality and What Drives Elected Officials to Run for Office »

Teen Vogue In this op-ed, Run for Something co-executive director Amanda Litman explains why young people need to get into politics. Read More

New York Now/PBS This video reviews the basics of running for an elected position in local or state government. Watch Now